Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (10/09/2024)

October 9-15, 2024

Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week!

Front & Center: A Podcast from the City of Statesville

Front & Center pulls back the curtain on local government operations, offering a behind-the-scenes look into the inner workings of one of North Carolina’s bustling cities. Hosted by April Nesbit, Public Information Officer, and co-host Nakayla Griffin, Community Resource Officer, this podcast is your guide to understanding how our city runs.

Join us as we navigate through the corridors of city government, exploring the processes, policies, and people that make Statesville thrive. With exclusive interviews featuring key officials, in-depth analyses of public initiatives, and discussions on city development projects, Front & Center connects you to the heart of our community.

🎙️Read more or watch previous episodes here

Statesville City Council

Did you miss the last Statesville City Council meeting on Monday, October 7, 2024? View the meeting agenda and/or watch the full replay here.

The next Council meeting is Monday, October 21, 2024. You can view the meeting agenda here.

Statesville's City Council is made up of the mayor, six (6) ward seats, and two (2) at-large seats. Learn more about the Statesville City Council here.

Public Power Week (October 6-12, 2024)

𝑳𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒚.💡 

Did you know that 1.3 million homes and workplaces are illuminated by Public Power in North Carolina?

'Public power helps communities thrive. There is tremendous value in public power, and it’s so much bigger than just energy. It’s the lifeblood that enables growth within communities, driving them towards progress, while helping them celebrate their rich histories.'

The City of Statesville NC was the first municipality in the State of North Carolina to provide electric service to its citizens. As the result of this historical accomplishment, we have been recognized as the first Public Power Community in North Carolina. Public power is a national concept where municipally owned electric utilities serve their communities.

National Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12, 2024)

As Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12) approaches, the Statesville Fire Department is reminding residents to check their smoke alarms to ensure they are functioning properly.

This year’s theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™,” emphasizes the critical role working alarms play in reducing fire-related deaths and keeping families safe. Read more from the Statesville Fire Department here.

Upcoming City Events

FEATURED EVENT: Community Health Fair at the Statesville Recreation & Parks Department

The Statesville Recreation & Parks Department invites you to join us for our Community Heath Fair at Statesville Fitness & Activity Center. Learn more about improving your health and wellness from local organizations and businesses in our community. This event is FREE to attend!

🗓️ Wednesday, October 9, 2024

📍 Statesville Fitness & Activity Center

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK:

🔹 Community Health Fair - Wednesday, October 9, 2024

🔹 Statesville Regional Airport Commission Meeting - Wednesday, October 9, 2024

🔹 Dog Day at the Park - Saturday, October 12, 2024

Save the date for these upcoming events:

🔹Carolina BalloonFest - Friday, October 18, 2024 - Sunday, October 20, 2024

🔹Fall Festival - Saturday, October 19, 2024

🔹Statesville City Council Meeting - Monday, October 21, 2024

🔹 Youth Fit - Monday, October 21, 2024 & Wednesday, October 23, 2024

🔹District 2 & District 3 Community Meeting - Thursday, October 24, 2024

🔹Drug Take Back Event - Saturday, October 26, 2024

🔹Trick or Treat at the Greenway - Tuesday, October 29, 2024

🔹Downtown Statesville Trick-or-Treat - Thursday, October 31, 2024

View all upcoming City events here.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to stand together and raise our voices against abuse. 💜

Join us in supporting survivors, spreading awareness, and fostering a community where everyone feels safe and valued. If you or someone you know needs help, resources and support are available—reach out. Let’s break the silence and end the cycle of violence.

Read more and access valuable information and resources here. Together, we can make a difference.

Statesville Careers

Take the opportunity to make your community a better place to live every day, and you will be rewarded with exciting career opportunities, a competitive salary, and great benefits! Learn more about just a few of the available opportunities here at the City of Statesville:

🔹Construction & Project Manager - This position is responsible for managing City projects, including construction, renovation, repair, and infrastructure projects. Activities include evaluating design firms, participation in project pre-planning, researching design options, interacting with design professionals, coordinating permitting, overseeing day-to-day progress, evaluating work for compliance with plans and specifications, and maintaining thorough construction and financial documentation for each project.

🔹Wastewater Control Operator (Trainee)/Relief Operator (Full-Time) - This position is responsible - This position is responsible for learning all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the city’s wastewater treatment facilities; responsible for assisting certified wastewater control operators with duties and maintenance of the plant after successfully completing orientation and trainee instruction. This position is designed and set up for the progressive movement into a Certified Shift Operator position. Therefore, the candidate hired for this position will be the next staff member to fill the open shift when it becomes available.

Learn more about careers with the City here or view all current career opportunities with the City of Statesville here.

Front & Center Weekly Updates

That wraps up this week’s edition of Front & Center. Stay tuned for more updates and remember to follow the City of Statesville on social media for real-time news and announcements. Have a great week, Statesville!

View previous updates on our website here.